The Ashes 2013, 2nd Test at Lord's: Five players to watch out for on Day 3

Peter Siddle of Australia celebrates the wicket of Kevin Pietersen of England during day two of the 2nd Ashes Test at Lord’s Cricket Ground on July 19, 2013 in London, England. (Getty Images)

1. Peter Siddle

Siddle’s three-wicket haul at the close of Day 2 dented England’s dream day at work. He wrecked havoc with the new ball hitting bones with his excellent pace and in-swing. He would have had nightmares about the no-ball that he bowled in the first-innings that saved Bairstow, who was dismissed on the delivery.

That fault of his cost the team a huge number of runs but his spirit of competitiveness is commendable. The Australian batsmen need to take a leaf out of his book and apply themselves with the bat in the 4th innings. Hopefully, Siddle will make sure that England does not run away with this match.